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J. K. RowlingHarry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1999A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry returns to Hogwarts for his third year, where he learns about Sirius Black, an escaped prisoner believed to be after him. As the year progresses, Harry discovers complex truths about the night his parents died and the true betrayal they faced. Themes of forgiveness, truth, and personal growth are explored against the backdrop of magic and adventure.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling is widely acclaimed for its darker tone and intricate plotting. Readers appreciate the deepening character development and engaging storyline. However, some critique the pacing and complexity. Overall, it is highly praised for its contribution to the series' maturation and depth.
Who Should Read Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban?
Fans of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling typically enjoy richly developed fantasy worlds, intricate plots, and character growth. Readers who love escape, adventure, and themes of friendship found in J. R. R. Tolkien's The Hobbit and C. S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia will find this book captivating.
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Novel • Fiction
Hogwarts • 1990s
1999
Middle grade
9-12 years
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